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Single-Family Home
Built in 1973
1,100 sqft
$176/sqft
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About this House
Welcome home! This adorable cottage sits in Country Club Estates. The first bedroom offers a large closet and a built-in desk area. The master bedroom features an en-suite bathroom and a large walk-in closet. The kitchen is open to the living room and there is an additional flex space at the front of the home. The front room could easily be used as a third bedroom or office due to the large area connected to the kitchen. This home features a carport and a large storage shed. The entire home also has a backup generator!
12 month lease or longer.
12 month lease or longer.
8317 Kensington Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70809 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,100 sqft single-family home in Drusilla, built in 1973. It last sold for $179,500 on Dec 3, 2020 (11,867% above the $1,500 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2025 with an asking price of $1,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 9, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $193,600, with a rent estimate of $1,407/month.
Home Details for 8317 Kensington Dr
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Year Built Year Built: 1973 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home |
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Lease Term: 1 Year |
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Parking & Garage Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site |
Comparable Sales for 8317 Kensington Dr
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.05 | Single-Family Home | - | 09/26/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,353 sqft | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | - | 05/26/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,124 sqft | |
0.15 | Single-Family Home | - | 09/19/25 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,344 sqft | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | - | 06/18/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,448 sqft | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | - | 04/27/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,891 sqft | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | - | 10/16/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,487 sqft | |
0.30 | Single-Family Home | - | 07/23/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,344 sqft | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | - | 06/01/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,669 sqft | |
0.08 | Single-Family Home | - | 11/25/25 | 3 | 3 | 2,250 sqft | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | - | 05/29/26 | 4 | 3 | 1,509 sqft |
Nearby homes
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Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,407/mo
Average rent
$1.5K
$105MoM
Available listings
26
Around this home
What Locals Say about Drusilla
At least 41 Trulia users voted on each feature.
86 % Say parking is easy
86 % Say it's dog friendly
84 % Say car is needed
71 % Say it's quiet
68 % Say there are sidewalks
68 % Say there's holiday spirit
62 % Say yards are well-kept
50 % Say streets are well-lit
50 % Say people would walk alone at night
47 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
47 % Say neighbors are friendly
40 % Say kids play outside
38 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
32 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
20 % Say there are community events
18 % Say there's wildlife
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Apr 9, 2025 Source: Engel & Volkers | ListingRemoved | $1,500 |
Mar 6, 2025 Source: Engel & Volkers | Listed For Rent | $1,500 |
Mar 6, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $1,500 |
Jan 4, 2025 Source: ROAM MLS #2025000234 | Listed For Rent | $1,500 |
Apr 17, 2021 Source: Keller Williams | ListingRemoved | |
Apr 6, 2021 Source: Keller Williams #2020018601 | PriceChange | $1,300 Price decreased by 7% |
Dec 30, 2020 Source: ROAM MLS #2020018601 | PriceChange | $1,400 Price decreased by 99% |
Dec 3, 2020 Source: N/A | Sold | -- |
Dec 3, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $1,550 |
Jan 4, 2006 Source: N/A | Sold | -- |
Feb 8, 2000 Source: N/A | Sold | -- |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $2,358 | $203,940 |
Home facts updated by county records
Frequently asked questions about 8317 Kensington Dr
- What is 8317 Kensington Dr estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 8317 Kensington Dr in Baton Rouge, LA is $193,600.
- What is the price history for 8317 Kensington Dr?8317 Kensington Dr in Baton Rouge, LA last sold in December 2020.
- Is Baton Rouge a buyer's or seller's market?Baton Rouge is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Baton Rouge?The median sale price in Baton Rouge is $260K. That is up $1K from the prior month.
- Does 8317 Kensington Dr have parking?Yes, 8317 Kensington Dr in Baton Rouge, LA has on-site parking.
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